Lead, Policy

3 months ago


Melbourne City Centre, Australia Victorian Health Promotion Foundation Full time

Contribute to helping people across Victoria enjoy better health and wellbeing
- Dynamic team environment within an inclusive workplace
- Bright and modern office in Melbourne CBD, featuring collaboration spaces and hybrid-work model
- Working with stakeholders to identify, develop and drive evidence-driven policy opportunities and advocacy to government, aligned with VicHealth's strategy
- Providing strategic, evidence-based policy advice to the Manager, Policy and Government Relations and CEO
- Commissioning, overseeing and translating VicHealth research into tangible and relevant policy recommendations to government
- Developing relationships with public health partners to develop, refine and progress VicHealth's policy priorities
- Leading the drafting and finalisation of relevant policy submissions, advocacy papers, position statements on key issues, briefing documents, and other government-related activities to a high standard

**About you**: We're looking for someone who is able to provide efficient and effective liaison; build strong and effective working relationships; and represent VicHealth in a professional manner at stakeholder events and in public forums.Qualifications and experience:

- Relevant tertiary qualification in Health Promotion, Public Policy or related field
- At least 3 years' experience working in policy development and practice at state and or federal levels preferably in public health, community or government sectors
- Well-developed and applied knowledge of the machinery of government including government decision making, policy, funding, and budget processes at state and/or federal levels is essential

**Closing Date**: Monday 7 October 2024Unit: Policy, Strategy & ImpactTenure: Full-time, ongoingClassification: VicHealth Grade DRemuneration: From $93,176 per annum (plus superannuation and other benefits). See our Careers page for some of the benefits of being a VicHealth team memberHow to apply: Applications must include a cover letter and a current resume.The cover letter must include why the applicant feels they are suitable for the position, and also address the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description.


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